Certified Nurse Aide CNA - PCU PRN

Lifepoint Health Careers; Clyde (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Well-being programs

Job summary

Haywood Regional Medical Center is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for a PCU/Telemetry unit. This PRN position involves providing compassionate patient care in a 22-bed unit with an RN-to-patient ratio of 1:5, using advanced cardiac monitoring to support patients with respiratory and cardiac conditions.

Applicants must hold an active NC CNA license, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina CNA listing with the state DFS
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• AHA BLS certification required
• Critical thinking and decisive judgment with ability to work with minimal supervision
• Capability to work in a high-stress environment

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and recording intake/output
• Assist patients with activities of daily living
• Report abnormal findings to nursing staff
• Keep patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Vital signs monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA license in NC

BLS certification

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), PCU/Telemetry

Job Type: PRN - As Needed

Schedule: Varies

Your experience matters

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an PCU/Telemetry CNA joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join our team in a 22-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Telemetry unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5. We are staffed with RNs, CNAs, Telemetry Techs, and unit secretaries, providing specialized care for patients primarily diagnosed with respiratory failure and cardiac conditions. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, utilizing advanced cardiac monitoring technology to deliver high-quality patient care and ensure optimal outcomes for our diverse patient population.

How you'll contribute

An PCU/Telemetry CNA who excels in this role:

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current listing as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with the state of North Carolina Division of Facility Services and a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Licenses: Current Listing as a Certified Nursing Assistant with the state of North Carolina Division of Facility Services with no substantiated findings of abuse, neglect or misappropriation of property in a facility that provides Nursing Care.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Telemetry Tech ONLY: Completion of a basic telemetry monitoring course and/or completion of competency training for basic arrhythmia interpretation may be required as determined by the department director.
• Unit Secretary ONLY:Completion of training in basic unit secretary tasks (i.e., transcription of physician order, computer data entry, etc).

More about Haywood Regional Medical Center

Haywood Regional Medical Center is licensed for 154 beds and offers a comprehensive array of services and 11 multi-specialty physician clinics. We also offer a 54,000 square foot Health and Fitness Center including personal training, indoor pool, massage therapy, and nursery.

Clyde is centrally located to all that Western North Carolina has to offer. With our classic Southern charm, we offer a relaxing getaway lifestyle with impressive views of the Smokies and classic Appalachian culture. We are also just a short drive away from Maggie Valley, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

EEOC Statement

"Haywood Regional Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer.Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."